55 m. ago ‘Government size shrinks on paper, but grows in reality,’ says Samuel Jinapor

Damongo MP Samuel Abdulai Jinapor has raised concerns over the President’s claim of reducing the size of government by appointing only 60 ministers and deputy ministers.

Politics

2 h. ago Scaling down 68th Independence Day celebration doesn’t diminish its significance – Gov’t

The government has assured Ghanaians that the decision to scale down this year’s Independence Day celebration does not undermine the importance of the occasion.

Politics

3 h. ago 68th Independence Day celebration takes place at Jubilee House

Ghana's 68th Independence Day celebration will be held at the seat of the government, Jubilee House, instead of the traditional grand-scale event at Black Star Square or various regional capitals.

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6 h. ago 68th Independence Day celebrations will cost only a tenth of 2024 amount – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has announced that Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebrations will cost only a tenth of the amount spent last year. According to him, this forms part of government efforts to cut costs and redirect funds to essential sectors. Minister of State in charge of […]

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8 h. ago “Programme baako, definitions brebree” – Oppong Nkrumah mocks 24

Former Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has criticised the government over what he describes as its failure to clearly define and explain key economic policies, particularly the much-touted 24-hour economy.

Politics

10 h. ago There are less than 60 political appointees at Presidency – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has told Parliament that there are currently fewer than 60 presidential staffers working at the Presidency, alongside fewer than 60 Ministers and Deputy Ministers.

Politics

12 h. ago New BoG building: Johnson Asiama’s full speech before Parliament

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Johnson Asiama, appeared before Parliament on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Politics

13 h. ago Approvals were secured for all procurement processes for our new HQ – BoG

Stephen Yankyera Amoh, a technical member of the team that accompanied the new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, to Parliament, has stated that all procurement processes for the construction of the new headquarters were duly approved. He disclosed this when the Governor appeared before Parliament to respond to questions regarding […]

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13 h. ago 23 executive members of NPP in Upper East suspended for misconduct

At least 23 members/constituency executives of the New Patriotic Party in the Upper East Region have been suspended indefinitely from the party for various misconducts.

Politics

13 h. ago I’m operating from the new BoG Headquarters – Governor Asiama

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has confirmed that he is operating from the newly constructed headquarters of the central bank.

Culture

14 h. ago Contract for furnishing of new BoG HQ was awarded at $11.1m – Governor

Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, has revealed that the cost of furnishing the central bank’s new headquarters was awarded at $11.1 million as part of several contracts associated with the building project.

Events

14 h. ago Cost per square meter of BoG HQ lower than Ghana and West African average – Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has defended the cost of the new Bank of Ghana headquarters, stating that its cost per square metre is lower than both Ghanaian and West African market averages. He made this disclosure when he appeared before Parliament to respond to questions regarding the construction of […]

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14 h. ago Discussions for a new headquarters started in 2011 – BoG Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has revealed that discussions regarding the construction of a new headquarters for the central bank began as far back as 2011.

Politics

14 h. ago Don’t allow yourself to be used for “political football” – Afenyo

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has cautioned the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, against allowing himself to be drawn into political controversies.

Politics

14 h. ago New BoG Headquarters: Value for money audit to be conducted by AESL

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) Dr Johnson Asiama has disclosed that plans are underway to conduct a value for money audit of the new Bank of Ghana Headquarters building at Ridge, Accra. Briefing a committee of Parliament on the cost of the project on Wednesday, March 5, Dr Asiama said steps have […]

Politics

14 h. ago New BoG building: $230m paid to contractor, $31.8m outstanding – Dr Asiama

The new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has revealed that the state under the previous Nana Akufo-Addo-led administration has paid $230 million to the contractor working on the new BoG building project, with an outstanding balance of $31.8 million still owed to the construction firm.

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15 h. ago Governor of BoG reaffirms commitment to price stability and economic growth

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiamah, has reiterated the central bank's dedication to its core responsibilities of maintaining price stability, ensuring financial sector resilience, and fostering economic growth.

Economics

15 h. ago New BoG building: We commit to focusing on primary responsibility despite controversy – Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama has assured the public that the central bank remains committed to its primary responsibility of ensuring monetary stability, despite ongoing controversy over its new headquarters building.

Politics

15 h. ago Roads Minister instructs contractors to ensure smooth traffic flow on Ofankor

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has instructed contractors working on the Ofankor to Nsawam Junction rehabilitation project to ensure the road remains motorable for commuters.

Politics

16 h. ago Ekumfi distributors and retailers demand more umbrellas and tricycles to boost sales

The president of the association, popularly known in the trade as Abena Klint said the government’s intervention in this regard would help protect them from losing their trade with the potential to engage more youth in the trade, thereby creating sustainable jobs.

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